Communications Manager 
Location: US, NY, NY
Department: Engineering
Employment type: Full-time
Required experience: Mid-Senior level
Required education: Bachelor's Degree
Industry: Information Technology and Services
Function: Engineering

Company profile:
Aptitude Staffing Solutions has redesigned the recruiting wheel. Our innovative new platform cuts the recruiting time in half, yields scientifically-proven results and clients and candidates enjoy a pleasant experience through advanced, simple to use technology and a tenured, industry-experienced recruiting team. Join us in a fresh new experience of leveraging your career...the way it should be! All represented candidates enjoy the following perks:Expert negotiations, maximizing total compensation package Signing bonus by Aptitude Staffing in addition to client signing bonus (if applicable)1 Year access to AnyPerkRelocation Services for out of town candidatesContinued education in your area of profession, seminars, workshops and other skill development events Contract employees receive quarterly bonuses for the duration of their project Direct-Hire employees receive double bonues ($2,000) per referred/recruited candidate into their newly appointed companyAll candidates are encouraged to participate in our Referral Bonus Program &amp; earn $500 - $1,000 per hired referral            

Job description:
Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply directly to this job posting. Direct email and phone calls are not being considered. Thank you for your cooperation. Please no recruiters.Communications Manager | New York, NY, United StatesJOB DESCRIPTION:We help brand advertisers, agencies, publishers and ad networks intelligently, effectively and safely plan, buy and measure billions of video ad trades programmatically every month across Web, mobile and linear TV. #URL_ddb080358fa5eecf5a67c649cfb4ffc343c484389f1bbaf2a1cb071e3f2b6e7e#’s marketing and communications group works closely together and with colleagues across all departments to create, package and communicate the company’s market leadership around the world. We have a passion for telling the right story to the right people at the right time, and if you’d like to be part of the world’s greatest marketing and communications team, come tell us your story. The Communications Manager will be based in #URL_ddb080358fa5eecf5a67c649cfb4ffc343c484389f1bbaf2a1cb071e3f2b6e7e#’s New York City offices and report to our Director of Communications. While contributing to our overall global communications strategy across APAC and EMEA regions, the position will focus on the North American market. We are especially looking for creative writers who have the ability to explain complex ideas in simple ways and who are driven to making big ideas into reality. As such, you should have a solid understanding of the media and technology space, including industry trends and key players. Responsibilities for this critical position include:- Manage and execute on a strategic editorial and communications calendar that amplifies our presence at industry events and in key target media; - Writing, and lots of it. From press releases to copyediting and copywriting assignments, you’ll be doing a bit of everything that involves the written word- Proactive approach to content; bring new ideas to the table and make them come to life.- Demonstrate business impact of marketing and communications using existing and new digital and social media platforms (with a focus on Twitter, LinkedIn and Facebook)- Cultivate existing and develop new relationships with trade, business and tech media outlets, and position #URL_ddb080358fa5eecf5a67c649cfb4ffc343c484389f1bbaf2a1cb071e3f2b6e7e#’s executives as thought leaders on a number of relevant topics- Support for traditional PR and digital media programs internally and externally

Requirements:
Some of the desired skills and experience for this position include, but are not limited to:- BA/BS/Undergraduate (degree in Communications, English or Journalism is preferred) - 4-6 years of experience at PR agencies, in corporate communications or in journalism - Excellent writing and verbal communications skills - Experience and knowledge of tech PR - Strong, established business and trade press and analyst relationships - Team-oriented attitude and willingness to pitch in wherever needed - Desire to keep learning and advance within the company - Creativity and integrityBonus: - Experience working internationally - Experience working for an advertising technology company

Benefits:
Our core values drive our culture. This is what we believe:Why #URL_ddb080358fa5eecf5a67c649cfb4ffc343c484389f1bbaf2a1cb071e3f2b6e7e#? Watch our culture video to learn more.MAKE OUR CUSTOMERS SUCCESSFUL Our customers' success is ours. We live to solve their problems, improve their futures, and exceed their expectations. When our customers win, we win.SET THE BAR HIGH. We're trying to revolutionize an industry, so we can't be just good—we have to be the best. That means striving for the best team, product, and company on the planet.BE ACCOUNTABLE. We own our work. We keep our promises. And we always follow through. We take responsibility for failures, and humble bows for successes. There's no time for excuses and finger pointing.SHOW INTEGRITY. Forget loopholes, back doors, and shades of gray. We just say it. We are honest and straightforward with everyone. The only way we can bring clarity to a chaotic world is to walk-the-walk ourselves.MAKE EACH OTHER BETTER. Everything we achieve, we achieve together. Nobody is too important to grab a broom.ALWAYS MOVE FORWARD. We see the world as it could be, not just as it is. With our passion for finding new solutions to old problems, we're creating that new world. It's a future worth adapting to.The BenefitsGenerous paid time off to help you maintain a good work-life balanceFully catered lunches available everyday to all employees at the corporate officeOffices fully stocked with snacks and refreshments to keep you energized and productiveExtensive employee benefits and perks to show how much we value your effortsFun team events, company events, employee sponsored events, employee recognition awards, and more!Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply directly to this job posting. Direct email and phone calls are not being considered. Thank you for your cooperation. Please no recruiters.